Following the Libra controversy, a significant cryptocurrency event will take place in Argentina, marking one of the largest such events globally.
In the heart of South America, Argentina is making a significant impact on the global crypto scene with the upcoming DevConnect event. Scheduled from November 17 to 22, 2022, at La Rural in Palermo, this five-day gathering promises to be a comprehensive crypto extravaganza, attracting over 15,000 attendees.
DevConnect, a "matryoshka" of events, is set to bring together key players in the crypto world, fostering deep technical discussions, building local and global crypto communities, and promoting decentralized network ecosystems like Hedera.
Notable participants include Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum, who is scheduled to visit the event, and Hedera, who will be actively participating with booth presence, bounties, and talks by their executives such as Jeffrey Tchui, Betsabe Botaitis, Nilmini Rubin, Isadora Arredondo, Eric Piscini, and more. Hedera, along with partners like the Hashgraph Association and Exponential Science, will also host the Hedera Africa Hackathon, offering a $1,000,000 prize pool to encourage innovation and developer incentives.
The event serves as a convergence point for developers, policy makers, and industry leaders to advance blockchain technology initiatives in Latin America and beyond. Associated summits will address policy and governance issues, promoting a healthy and sustainable crypto ecosystem.
Apart from the crypto focus, DevConnect also features Tecnomoda, an event that unites the best of the fashion and technology world. The organizers aim to create a 360-degree crypto experience, from the moment people arrive at the airport to the event, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for all attendees.
The economic impact of DevConnect is significant, with estimates suggesting it will bring in over $50 million in revenue for Argentina. Foreign brands are also making their way into Argentine shopping malls, adding to the country's vibrant commercial landscape.
As Argentina continues to make strides in the crypto world, local agtech strategies for global projection and economic stress warnings from UCA are also topics of discussion. The governor of Neuquén has hinted at the arrival of Petrobras and Geopark in Vaca Muerta, adding to the country's growing industrial landscape.
Stay tuned for updates, coverage, stories, and analysis from specialized journalists on various topics, including cryptocurrencies, through the DevConnect newsletter. As the event approaches, the anticipation builds, with DevConnect promising to be a pivotal moment in Argentina's crypto journey.
